Is a misaligned ankle a fracture?

Dislocation of the ankle is not necessarily a fracture, but may also be a joint dislocation, as follows: a. Joint dislocation: when dislocation of the ankle occurs, if there is no breakage of the bone cortex, it is not a fracture, but a joint dislocation, which is a loss of the opposing relationship between the distal tibia, the distal fibula, and the upper articular surface of the talus. The patient will have severe swelling, pain, limited joint motion, and may even exhibit localized deformity. The patient can be corrected through manipulation, and the above clinical symptoms will be significantly improved. Second, fracture: ankle dislocation, bone cortical fracture, it indicates the existence of fracture, X-ray film can confirm the diagnosis, should be timely for manipulation of external fixation or incision of internal fixation, can also be lifted to local dislocation, and alleviate the pain, swelling, and activity limitations. Dislocation of the ankle is a relatively serious injury and should be seen and treated early.